1952 Allard K3 vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard K3 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 1952 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K3 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
