1950 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 58 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1950 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
