1950 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 57 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2007 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | J1 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
