1949 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 21 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 51 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1970 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpine |
| Model | J1 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 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 | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
