1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 84 kg more 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
