1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Allard | Lotus |
Model | J1 | Exige |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |