1946 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 54 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1946 Allard J1 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 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |