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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 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 560 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 (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 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 | 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
