1949 Allard J1 vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 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 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
