1952 Allard K3 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | K3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
