1952 Allard Safari vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 38 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 126 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
Model | Safari | Rocky |
Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |