1950 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 54 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1950 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
