1948 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 64 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
