1952 Allard J2R vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1959 Ford Prefect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard J2R weights approximately 233 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J2R | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
