1952 Allard Safari vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 276 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Avensis |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |