1953 Allard K3 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 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 18 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 8 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | K3 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |