1951 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
