1948 Allard K1 vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 44 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, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 303 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1992 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K1 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
