1946 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 61 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2007 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
