1946 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem is newer by 50 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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem, 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J1 | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
