1953 Allard K3 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 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 64 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
