1950 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 57 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, 2007 Audi A4 (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1950 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Audi A4 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. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
