1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1946 Allard J1
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1946 Allard J1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 2600 | J1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |