1950 Allard J1 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 32 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1950 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 1950 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
