1953 Allard K3 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | K3 | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2512 mm |