1949 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 46 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 366 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 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
