1954 Allard K3 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 43 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | K3 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
