1950 Allard J1 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 62 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1458 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 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
