1953 Allard K3 vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1953 Allard K3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1953 Allard K3.
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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Allard | GAZ |
| Model | K3 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
