1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Palm Beach | Legacy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |