1949 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 49 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Toledo weights approximately 30 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, 1998 Seat Toledo, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Allard | Seat |
Model | J1 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |