1952 Allard K3 vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 33 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
Make | Allard | Caterham |
Model | K3 | 1700 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |