1953 Allard K3 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 51 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 750 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Allard | Lotec |
| Model | K3 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
