1948 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 46 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, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
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, 1994 Honda CRX, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1994 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
