1952 Allard Safari vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1961 NSU Prinz IV is newer by 9 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 55 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 911 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Allard | NSU |
| Model | Safari | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 37 L |
