1949 Allard J1 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1954 Jeep CJ is newer by 5 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | J1 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| 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 | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
