1947 Allard J1 vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1958 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 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 1947 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Foursome, 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Allard | Berkeley |
| Model | J1 | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1990 mm |
