1949 Allard J1 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 32 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, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
