1953 Allard K3 vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 30 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, 1983 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian. 1983 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1953 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1953 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | K3 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
