1949 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 37 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, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J1 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
