1950 Allard J1 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 981 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | J1 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
