1949 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 160 is newer by 27 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 65 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1976 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | J1 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
