1949 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 26 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 14 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | J1 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
