1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 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, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | J1 | GT6 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
