1952 Allard Safari vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1960 Austin 7 is newer by 8 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 52 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 866 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | Safari | 7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 26 L |
