1953 Allard K3 vs. 1963 Austin Princess
To start off, 1963 Austin Princess is newer by 10 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 998 kg more than 1953 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1963 Austin Princess | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | K3 | Princess |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |