1950 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 44 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 11 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1950 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
