1954 Allard K3 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 57 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | K3 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
