1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1954 Allard K3
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 31 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1954 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 90 | K3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
