1948 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 62 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2624 mm |
