1954 Allard K3 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 30 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, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | K3 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
