1946 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 29 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 330 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 1975 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | J1 | 260 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |