1949 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 49 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 100 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.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
