1951 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 60 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, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
