1950 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard J1 (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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, 1950 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
