1950 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 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, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 430 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, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | J1 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
