1948 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 55 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 469 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
