1948 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1972 Isuzu 117 is newer by 24 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, 1972 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Isuzu 117.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | J1 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |
