1951 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 53 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 208 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J1 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
