1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 63 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 604 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.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | J1 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
