1954 Allard K3 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 51 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K3 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
