1947 Allard J1 vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 22 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 220 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
