1948 Allard J1 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 280 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | J1 | Model F |
Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |