1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 59 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 55 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.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
