1947 Allard J1 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1965 Steyr 500D is newer by 18 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Allard | Steyr |
| Model | J1 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
