1948 Allard J1 vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1960 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 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 28 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 36 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Allard | Vauxhall |
| Model | J1 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
