1952 Allard K3 vs. 1966 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1966 Fiat 2300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1966 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K3 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
