1950 Allard J1 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 21 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, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
