1950 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 46 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, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
