1949 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 64 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 330 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2645 mm |
