1951 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1951 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | J1 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
