1948 Allard J1 vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
