1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | J1 | Today |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |