1950 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 55 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 645 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Allard | Vauxhall |
| Model | J1 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
