1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 28 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1974 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, 1946 Allard K1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1946 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Alfetta | K1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 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 | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 113 L |
