1948 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 25 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 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1973 Holden UTE 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. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | J1 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
