1947 Allard J1 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 31 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 66 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
