1952 Allard Safari vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 47 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, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
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, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Safari | TT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
