1946 Allard J1 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 420 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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD 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. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | LTD |
Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |