1947 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 51 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Allard | Caterham |
Model | J1 | C21 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |