1949 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 14 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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 40 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Allard | Austin-Healey |
Model | J1 | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |