1946 Allard J1 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | J1 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |