1946 Allard J1 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 23 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 580 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
