1949 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 360 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 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
