1949 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 41 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1990 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | J1 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81.3 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
