1954 Allard K3 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 25 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 37 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | K3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
