1946 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Allard | Lada |
| Model | J1 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
