1951 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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, 1951 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Yaris, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
