1947 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 215 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 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 1947 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight, 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
