1949 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 15 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
