1953 Allard K3 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra 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, 1953 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 48 kg more than 1953 Allard K3.
Because 1953 Allard K3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | K3 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
