1952 Allard K3 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica 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, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
