1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1952 Allard K3
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1952 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | K3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
