1947 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1947 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Allard | Morgan |
Model | J1 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |