1946 Allard J1 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1970 GAZ Volga is newer by 24 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 160 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Allard | GAZ |
| Model | J1 | Volga |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
