1952 Allard Safari vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 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 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Rover 800.
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 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 1999 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 800 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
