1948 Allard J1 vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Holden Camira is newer by 39 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, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
Because 1948 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 1987 Holden Camira 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. 1987 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | J1 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
