1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 61 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, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 155 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, 2010 Renault Clio, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
