1954 Allard K3 vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 1954 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 1954 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | K3 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |