1951 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 45 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard J1 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Allard | Italdesign |
Model | J1 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |