1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1946 Allard J1
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1946 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Spider | J1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
