1948 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 51 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1948 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 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |
