1946 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 51 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | J1 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |