1946 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 31 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, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 590 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
