1949 Allard J1 vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 34 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 580 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | J1 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
