1950 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 40 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, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 180 kg more than 1950 Allard J1. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
