1953 Allard K3 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 43 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 688 kg more than 1953 Allard K3.
Because 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | K3 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
