1946 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 63 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1023 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | J1 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
