1952 Allard K3 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1952 Allard K3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | K3 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
