1946 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 66 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
