1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 39 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1946 Allard K1 | |
Make | Abarth | Allard |
Model | Lancia 037 | K1 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1946 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 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 |