1949 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 26 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
