1946 Allard J1 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 510 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Allard | Willys-Overland |
Model | J1 | Rural |
Year Released | 1946 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |