1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1947 Allard J1
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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, 1947 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1947 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Carabo | J1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 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 | 1048 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
