1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | J1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |