1950 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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 1950 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | J1 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |