1946 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 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 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
