1946 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 60 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 970 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
