1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 418 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 Legacy 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 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
