1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | GTV | J1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
