1948 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Florian 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | J1 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
