1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 864 kg more than 1949 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | J1 | KB |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
