1949 Allard J1 vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mistral is newer by 17 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 245 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | J1 | Mistral |
Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |