1946 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 57 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 6 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J1 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
