1949 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1977 Holden Sunbird 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | J1 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
