1949 Allard J1 vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Allard | NSU |
| Model | J1 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
