2000 AC Aceca vs. 1948 Allard K1
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 543 kg more than 1948 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1948 Allard K1 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Aceca | K1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 113 L |
