1946 Allard J1 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 14 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 264 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 1960 Citroen DS, 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) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | J1 | DS |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
