1950 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 53 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2003 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Move |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
