1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 29 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1946 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Eagle | K1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
