1947 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 540 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 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 | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
