1947 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1972 Skoda 1202 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 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 41 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1947 Allard J1.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Allard | Skoda |
Model | J1 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |