1946 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 40 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, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 456 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.
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, 1986 Rover 825, 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | J1 | 825 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
