1950 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 49 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
