1948 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 58 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 132 L |
