1946 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 30 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
