1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 63 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 395 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 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
