1949 Allard J1 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
