1948 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 48 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 400 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | J1 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |