1953 Allard K3 vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 47 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 9 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | K3 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |
