1947 Allard J1 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 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, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 210 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
