1947 Allard J1 vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | J1 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |