1957 Allard GT vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 56 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 42 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 388 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2615 mm |
