1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | J1 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |