1948 Allard J1 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1969 Seat 124 is newer by 21 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 21 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
Make | Allard | Seat |
Model | J1 | 124 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |