1952 Allard Safari vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 96 kg more than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 73 L |
