1948 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 47 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, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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, 1995 Saturn SC, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Allard | Saturn |
| Model | J1 | SC |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
