1949 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 385 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | J1 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
