1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1948 Allard J1
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1948 Allard J1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | GTV | J1 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 3915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 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 | 113 L |