1949 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 28 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 105 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
Make | Allard | Chrysler |
Model | J1 | 1610 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |