1959 AC Ace vs. 1949 Allard K1
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1949 Allard K1 | |
Make | AC | Allard |
Model | Ace | K1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 113 L |