1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 57 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 566 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda FR-V, 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | J1 | FR-V |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |