1949 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | 626 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |