1948 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 62 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Allard | Tata |
| Model | J1 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2425 mm |
