1947 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 59 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 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Allard | Morgan |
| Model | J1 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
