1951 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 44 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1951 Allard J1. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
