1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 710 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
