1953 Allard K3 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 28 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 13 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | K3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
