1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1953 Allard K3
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1953 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Berlina | K3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
