1946 Allard J1 vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1967 MG 1100 is newer by 21 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Allard | MG |
| Model | J1 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
