1957 Allard GT vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 1957 Allard GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Allard GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
