1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1952 Allard K3
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 25 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, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1952 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | GT | K3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
