1949 Allard J1 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 15 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | J1 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
