1952 Allard Safari vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 126 kg more than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Legacy |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |