1948 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 59 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 544 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.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | J1 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
