1946 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 89 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
