1946 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 537 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 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | J1 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2604 mm |