1948 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 63 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 726 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
