1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 62 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
