1946 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 47 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 450 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | J1 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1946 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |