1948 Allard J1 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 35 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 56 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Talbot Samba. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Allard | Talbot |
| Model | J1 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
