1947 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 52 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
