1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1946 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | Lancia 037 | K1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
