1947 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 49 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
