1953 Allard K3 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Because 1953 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 1953 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | K3 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1170 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 |