1950 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 54 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 175 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.
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, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
