1951 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 874 kg more than 1951 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | J1 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |
