1952 Allard Safari vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 15 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, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 74 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Allard | Alvis |
| Model | Safari | TF |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
