1951 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 59 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 975 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1951 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1951 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
