1951 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 57 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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1.
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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard J1 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | J1 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 62 L |