1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 46 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 155 | J1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
