1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 57 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, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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 @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
