1946 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Citroen BX
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 45 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 26 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. 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, 1991 Citroen BX, 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1991 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | J1 | BX |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
