1950 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 590 kg more than 1950 Allard J1. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Allard | Oldsmobile |
| Model | J1 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
