1952 Allard Safari vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1952 Allard Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 981 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Safari | 2CV |
Year Released | 1952 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 19 L |