1947 Allard J1 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S 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, 1947 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Allard | Simca |
Model | J1 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1947 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |