1948 Allard J1 vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 32 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 74 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J1 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
