1948 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | J1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
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 | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |