1946 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 490 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 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 Toyota Auris, 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | J1 | Auris |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |