1949 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
