1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 58 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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1949 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 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida, 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
