1946 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 28 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | SP |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
