1951 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1.
Because 1951 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 1951 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard J1 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | J1 | FR-V |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |