1951 Allard K1 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 498 kg more than 1951 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard K1 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | K1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |