1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 63 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, 2012 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 60 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 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
