1946 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 51 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 702 kg more than 1946 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | MPV |
Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |