1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1948 Allard J1
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 42 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1948 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 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1948 Allard J1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 33 | J1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 113 L |