1946 Allard J1 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 19 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 220 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Allard | Vauxhall |
Model | J1 | Velox |
Year Released | 1946 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |