1952 Allard Safari vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 396 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
