1949 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 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 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | J1 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
