1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 60 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, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Allard J1 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | J1 | A4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |