1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 59 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1068 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | J1 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |