1946 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 60 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
