1952 Allard K3 vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 43 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 80 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | K3 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |