1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 47 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, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 135 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | J1 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
