1950 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1950 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Allard | Italdesign |
| Model | J1 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
