1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1946 Allard K1
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1946 Allard K1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 75 | K1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 113 L |
