1949 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 42 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 66 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. 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, 1991 Renault 4, 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1991 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
