1953 Allard K3 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 19 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 24 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
