1946 Allard J1 vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 is newer by 35 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, 1981 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Triumph TR7.
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, 1981 Triumph TR7 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Allard | Triumph |
Model | J1 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |