1953 Allard K3 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 50 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Allard | Morgan |
| Model | K3 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
