1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 57 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Panda, 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 35 L |
