1949 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 435 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 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
