1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 58 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1370 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Allard | Mahindra |
Model | J1 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |