1948 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 64 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 344 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 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | J1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |