1951 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 240 kg more than 1951 Allard J1.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
