1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 372 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, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
