1948 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J1 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
