1949 Allard J2 vs. 1972 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J2 (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J2 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
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1949 Allard J2 | 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
Model | J2 | Consorte |
Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5416 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |