1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2000 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | J1 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
