1946 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 380 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 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
