1949 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 19 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 380 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | J1 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
