1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1946 Allard J1
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 J1 (203 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1946 Allard J1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | Spider | J1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |