1949 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 444 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Allard | Avanti |
| Model | J1 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
