1949 Allard J1 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 38 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 265 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | J1 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
