1949 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR6 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR6.
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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | J1 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
