1950 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 34 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, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
