1948 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 62 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | J1 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3460 mm |