1954 Allard K3 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 53 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1954 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | K3 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
