1951 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 57 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 104 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | J1 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |
