1953 Allard K3 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 37 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, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 268 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | K3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
