1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Allard K3
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 36 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1954 Allard K3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1954 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 33 | K3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
