1948 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1948 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 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
