1946 Allard J1 vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1953 Jaguar C-Type 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | J1 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
