1954 Allard K3 vs. 1952 Austin A 90
To start off, 1954 Allard K3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Allard K3.
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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1952 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | K3 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |