1948 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Today |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
