1947 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 29 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 20 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
