1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | GT | J1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
