1949 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 12 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
