1949 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1972 Toyota Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 786 kg more than 1949 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Century |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
