1948 Allard J1 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1967 Fiat 125 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | J1 | 125 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |