1947 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1974 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpine |
| Model | J1 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
