1948 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | 616 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |