1949 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 51 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira.
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, 2000 Opel Zafira, 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 (306 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J1 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
