1952 Allard Safari vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
