1946 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 38 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 41 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Allard | Talbot |
Model | J1 | Samba |
Year Released | 1946 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |