1951 Allard J1 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 344 kg more than 1951 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1978 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
