1949 Allard J1 vs. 1957 Austin A135
To start off, 1957 Austin A135 is newer by 8 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 940 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1957 Austin A135 | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | J1 | A135 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |