2001 AC Aceca vs. 1953 Allard K3
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 48 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 328 kg more than 1953 Allard K3. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1953 Allard K3 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Aceca | K3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
