1952 Allard K3 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown is newer by 25 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 170 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1952 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
