1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1949 Allard K1
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1949 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Giulia | K1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 113 L |
