1948 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 310 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | J1 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
