1949 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1020 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 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Allard | Tata |
Model | J1 | Safari |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |