1951 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 55 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 396 kg more than 1951 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |
