1947 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 29 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, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | J1 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
