1949 Allard J1 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 30 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, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | J1 | CX |
Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |