1946 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 65 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 495 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 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
