1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 19 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 945 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | J1 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |
