1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 32 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 4 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1946 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Giulietta | K1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 113 L |
