1947 Allard J1 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord is newer by 19 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J1 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
