1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1946 Allard K1 (204 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1946 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Giulia | K1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 990 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 113 L |
