1954 Allard K3 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
