1948 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 45 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, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | J1 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
