1947 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1947 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
