1948 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 300 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.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 2001 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Allard | Samsung |
| Model | J1 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
