1948 Allard J1 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 205 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
