1946 Allard J1 vs. 1954 Austin A
To start off, 1954 Austin A is newer by 8 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), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 835 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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1954 Austin A | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | J1 | A |
Year Released | 1946 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |