1952 Allard Safari vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 13 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 476 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Allard | Sunbeam |
| Model | Safari | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
