1952 Allard Safari vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 54 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 54 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 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 73 L |
