1948 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
