1950 Allard J1 vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1955 Citroen 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1950 Allard J1.
Because 1950 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 1950 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | J1 | 15 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |