1948 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
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, 2001 Citroen C3, 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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3. 2001 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | J1 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
