1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 J1 (306 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Alfetta | J1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
