1949 Allard J1 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 53 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tamora weights approximately 10 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Allard | TVR |
Model | J1 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |