1949 Allard J1 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1949 Allard J1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | J1 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
