1950 Allard K1 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard K1 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight, 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, 1950 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K1 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
