1949 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 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.
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 Ford Escort, 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
