1949 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 45 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 135 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
