1948 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 42 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 35 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Allard | Lotus |
Model | J1 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |