1946 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 1946 Allard J1 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 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2001 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
