1951 Allard J1 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1951 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 1951 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
