1947 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Allard | Lotus |
Model | J1 | Elise |
Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2299 mm |