1946 Allard K1 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard K1 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Allard K1 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 1946 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1946 Allard K1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K1 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
