1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1953 Allard K3
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 222 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1953 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | Lancia 037 | K3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
