1949 Allard J1 vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1953 Studebaker Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Studebaker Commander (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 552 kg more than 1949 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 1953 Studebaker Commander has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Studebaker Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Allard | Studebaker |
| Model | J1 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
