1949 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 64 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, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1086 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 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2013 Ford Flex 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. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Allard J1 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | Flex |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2994 mm |