1946 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 53 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |