1946 Allard J1 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 7 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Allard | Austin-Healey |
| Model | J1 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
