1950 Allard J1 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | J1 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
