1948 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 240 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 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 Kia Carens, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
