1948 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |
