1948 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 36 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 46 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
