1950 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 35 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J1 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
