1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 125 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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | J1 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
