1948 Allard J1 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1948 Allard J1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1944 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Allard | Simca |
| Model | J1 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
