1946 Allard J1 vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 37 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 580 kg more than 1946 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Allard | Bitter |
| Model | J1 | SC |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
