1948 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
Model | J1 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |