1950 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 48 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1950 Allard J1.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Allard | Lada |
| Model | J1 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
