1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 61 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
