1946 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 62 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2008 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Trevis |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
