1949 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 52 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 317 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 2001 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, 2001 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
