1952 Allard J2R vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 9 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 217 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard J2R weights approximately 238 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | J2R | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 26 L |
