1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 33 | J1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
