1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 62 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 516 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |
