1948 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 48 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 162 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1302 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 77 L |
