1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is newer by 3 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, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Disco Volante | J1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
