1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1947 Allard J1
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1947 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Alfa 6 | J1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
