1946 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Allard | Tata |
| Model | J1 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
