1946 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 54 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Allard | Caterham |
Model | J1 | 7 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |