1954 Allard K3 vs. 1948 Allard J1
To start off, 1954 Allard K3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1948 Allard J1 | |
Make | Allard | Allard |
Model | K3 | J1 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 113 L |