1957 Allard GT vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
