1950 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1950 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
