1948 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 24 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, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
