1946 Allard J1 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 42 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Allard | TVR |
| Model | J1 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
