1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1951 Allard K1
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 263 kg more than 1951 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1951 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Spider | K1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 113 L |
