1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 57 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 553 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
