1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1949 Allard J1

To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Abarth 600 1949 Allard J1
Make Abarth Allard
Model 600 J1
Year Released 1962 1949
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 980 cc 3622 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 92 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 77.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 95.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 583 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2440 mm


 

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