1952 Allard Safari vs. 1973 Citroen SM
To start off, 1973 Citroen SM is newer by 21 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, 1973 Citroen SM (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 26 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1973 Citroen SM | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Safari | SM |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 25 L |
