1946 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 57 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, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 510 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
