1946 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 58 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 766 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |
