1947 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 64 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 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 260 kg more than 1947 Allard J1.
Because 1947 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Allard | Dacia |
| Model | J1 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
