1952 Allard Safari vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 42 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, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 201 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
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, 1994 Rover 600, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Allard | Rover |
Model | Safari | 600 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |