1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 50 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 325 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 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Audi TT 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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | TT |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
