1949 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 35 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
