1946 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 51 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, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 260 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, 1997 Citroen XM, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1997 Citroen XM | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | J1 | XM |
Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |