1952 Allard K3 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 20 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 52 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Allard | Simca |
| Model | K3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
