1946 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | J1 | Golf |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |