1949 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Allard | Vauxhall |
Model | J1 | Chevette |
Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |