1949 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Allard | Sunbeam |
| Model | J1 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
