1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Allard | Hyundai |
| Model | J1 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
