1946 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 61 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 24 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
