1947 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 53 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 758 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 60 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Allard | Lotec |
| Model | J1 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
