1946 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 53 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, 2010 Kia Rio, 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
