1954 Allard K3 vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 34 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 32 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | K3 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
