1951 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 54 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 42 L |
