1948 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 22 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 550 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | J1 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
