1948 Allard J1 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
