1949 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 56 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1386 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Express |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
