1952 Allard Safari vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 44 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 381 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Allard | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
