1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1948 Allard J1
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 39 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1948 Allard J1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 90 | J1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |