1946 Allard J1 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
