1947 Allard J1 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 12 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 298 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
