1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Allard | Holden |
Model | J1 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |