1954 Allard K3 vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1966 Riley 4 is newer by 12 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) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Allard | Riley |
| Model | K3 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
