1950 Allard K1 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1950 Allard K1.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1950 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | K1 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2060 mm |
