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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 210 kg more 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 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 | 3622 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |