1946 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
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 Renault Twingo, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
