1947 Allard J1 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1953 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1947 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
