1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
