1946 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 58 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Allard | Xedos |
| Model | J1 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
