1952 Allard Safari vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1953 Jeep CJ 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, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 360 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | Safari | CJ |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
