1948 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte 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 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 67 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J1 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 30 L |
