1948 Allard J1 vs. 2004 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2004 MCC Crossblade is newer by 56 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 MCC Crossblade. 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2004 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Allard | MCC |
| Model | J1 | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
