1946 Allard J1 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 56 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 470 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.
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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | J1 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |