1946 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 40 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 300 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.
Because 1946 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 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
