1952 Allard K3 vs. 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 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 6 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K3 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
