1949 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 473 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | J1 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
