1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 783 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | J1 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
