1949 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra.
Because 1949 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 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1990 Honda Integra | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | J1 | Integra |
Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |