1953 Allard K3 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 133 kg more than 1953 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | K3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
