1950 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 63 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 283 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.
Because 1950 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1950 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
