1946 Allard J1 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 MG MGA is newer by 13 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, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Allard | MG |
Model | J1 | MGA |
Year Released | 1946 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |