1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 237 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Allard | Hyundai |
| Model | J1 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
