1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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 Kia Carens, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | J1 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
