1946 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
