1948 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 51 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 595 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.
Because 1948 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 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
