1950 Allard J1 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 33 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 41 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | J1 | L |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
