1949 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | J1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |