1946 Allard J1 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 23 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Allard | DAF |
| Model | J1 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
