1947 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 65 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1568 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | J1 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
