1949 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 56 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, 2005 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Will weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Will. 2005 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Will |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
