1950 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 61 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 774 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2919 mm |
