1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 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 1999 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, 1999 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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
