1946 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 45 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 296 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1991 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
