1948 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 62 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
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, 2010 Mazda 2, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.4 mm |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 43 L |
