1947 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 25 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 320 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Allard | Plymouth |
Model | J1 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |