1946 Allard K1 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 55 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 263 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K1 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
