1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Allard | Saturn |
| Model | J1 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
