1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | J1 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
