1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1947 Allard J1
To start off, 1957 Abarth 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard J1 (85 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1947 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 500 | J1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
