1946 Allard J1 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 25 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 320 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | J1 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
