1949 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 44 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 222 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Allard | Mercury |
| Model | J1 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
