1952 Allard Safari vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | Safari | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
