1949 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 24 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
