1950 Allard K1 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 59 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 976 kg more than 1950 Allard K1. 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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K1 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 42 L |
