1949 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1963 Morris Oxford 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Morris Oxford. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Allard | Morris |
| Model | J1 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
