1954 Allard K3 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 MG MGA is newer by 5 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, 1954 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Allard | MG |
| Model | K3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
