1949 Allard J1 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1956 Simca Aronde is newer by 7 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 44 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Allard | Simca |
Model | J1 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |