1949 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 115 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
