1953 Allard K3 vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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 18 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 168 kg more than 1953 Allard K3.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K3 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
