1949 Allard J1 vs. 1976 Mazda 818

To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 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 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Allard J1 1976 Mazda 818
Make Allard Mazda
Model J1 818
Year Released 1949 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3917 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 882 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2320 mm


 

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