1951 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 56 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, 1951 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 239 kg more than 1951 Allard J1.
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, 2007 Fiat Doblo, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2007 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | J1 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
