1946 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Austin A 60
To start off, 1968 Austin A 60 is newer by 22 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1968 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | J1 | A 60 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |