1952 Allard K3 vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 29 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 71 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K3 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
