1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 59 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 105 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 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
