1957 Allard GT vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
