1946 Allard J1 vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1962 Fiat Berline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 250 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | J1 | Berline |
Year Released | 1946 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |