1946 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 31 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 18 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
Because 1946 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Allard | Simca |
| Model | J1 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
