1949 Allard J1 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | J1 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
