1948 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 53 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
Make | Allard | Caterham |
Model | J1 | Beaulieu |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |