1952 Allard Safari vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 96 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Impreza |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |