1946 Allard J1 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 36 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 145 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
