1948 Allard J1 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | J1 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |