1952 Allard Safari vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 237 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Golf |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
