1946 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 61 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 355 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | J1 | Forester |
Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |