1947 Allard J1 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1960 Peugeot 203 is newer by 13 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) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | J1 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
