1951 Allard J1 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 514 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
