1946 Allard J1 vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 37 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 560 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
