1952 Allard Safari vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Allard | Suzuki |
Model | Safari | Vitara |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
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 | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1360 kg |