1948 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona 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 Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 850 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 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
