1948 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 48 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, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | J1 | A6 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |