1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 780 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Allard | Tata |
| Model | J1 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
