1954 Allard K3 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 38 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, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | K3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
