1946 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 170 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Allard | Reliant |
| Model | J1 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
