1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 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, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Giulietta | J1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
