1947 Allard J1 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 45 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Allard | Marcos |
| Model | J1 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
