1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 430 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | J1 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
