1949 Allard J1 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1974 ZIL 117 is newer by 25 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 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1810 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Allard | ZIL |
| Model | J1 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |
