1950 Allard J1 vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Allard | Autobianchi |
| Model | J1 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
