1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1946 Allard J1
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 73 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1946 Allard J1 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Greyhound | J1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
