1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1952 Allard K3
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1952 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Spider | K3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
