1951 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1951 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 1951 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
