1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 62 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, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 330 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.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | J1 | TT |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |