1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1947 Allard K1
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1947 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1947 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 1300 | K1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 113 L |
