1948 Allard J1 vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1966 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 18 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 41 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Jeep CJ5 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | J1 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
