1948 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
