1952 Allard K3 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 17 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, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | K3 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
