1949 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 27 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | 616 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 910 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 |