1952 Allard Safari vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 29 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 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 736 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Allard | Talbot |
| Model | Safari | Samba |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
