1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 246 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 Opel Vectra, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J1 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
