2002 AC Aceca vs. 1948 Allard J1
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 54 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 490 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1948 Allard J1 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Aceca | J1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
