1954 Allard K3 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1962 Austin A 40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard K3 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 58 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | K3 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
