1952 Allard Safari vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 40 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 34 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 606 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
