1948 Allard J1 vs. 1947 Allard J1
To start off, 1948 Allard J1 is newer by 1 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, 1947 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1948 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, 1947 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1947 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Allard | Allard |
| Model | J1 | J1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
