1953 Allard K3 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 398 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Allard | Avanti |
Model | K3 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |