1952 Allard Safari vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 501 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta, 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | Safari | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 59 L |
