1950 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 60 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, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 835 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 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | J1 | Antara |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |