1948 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 55 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, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 90 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
Because 1948 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 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
