1946 Allard J1 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 33 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 14 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 800 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
Because 1979 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, 1979 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 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | J1 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |