1946 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 50 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 420 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, 1996 Peugeot 605, 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | J1 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
