1949 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 55 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 195 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 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana, 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J1 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
