1951 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 61 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1951 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1951 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard J1 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Allard | Suzuki |
Model | J1 | Equator |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |