1946 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 47 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, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 186 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, 1993 Kia Capital, 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
