1949 Allard J1 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Allard | Mercury |
Model | J1 | Comet |
Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |