1952 Allard Safari vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 25 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 41 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 651 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | Safari | L |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 38 L |
