1952 Allard Safari vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 24 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Allard | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Safari | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
