1946 Allard J1 vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 1952 Austin A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 955 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1952 Austin A | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | J1 | A |
Year Released | 1946 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |