1946 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 66 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 454 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
