1948 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
