1946 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 64 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Because 1946 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 203 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | J1 | Croma |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |