1947 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 43 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 70 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
