1948 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Audi 100
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1968 Audi 100.
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 @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1968 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
| 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 | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |
