1948 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sunny is newer by 47 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, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1948 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
