1946 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 66 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 390 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
