1952 Allard Safari vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 353 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Golf |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1123 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 |
