1948 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 38 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
