1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1952 Allard K3
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 19 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1952 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 1750 | K3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 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 | 45 L | 59 L |
