1949 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Allard | Morgan |
Model | J1 | 44 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |