1949 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | J1 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
