1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1954 Allard K3
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1954 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | GTV6 | K3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
