1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 47 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1205 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 |
