1947 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 30 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 28 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 80 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 1977 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | J1 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
