1946 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 64 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3193 mm |
