1952 Allard Safari vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 12 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) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 221 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Crown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
