1948 Allard J1 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1959 NSU Prinz I is newer by 11 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Allard | NSU |
Model | J1 | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |