1952 Allard Safari vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 57 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, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Allard | Lada |
| Model | Safari | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
