1948 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 64 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1341 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Express |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
