1950 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 465 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |