1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1949 Allard K1
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 183 kg more than 1949 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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1949 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Graduate | K1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 113 L |
