1946 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 47 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | 626 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |