1952 Allard Safari vs. 2009 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 807 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, 2009 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari.
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 Peugeot 807, 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, 2009 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2009 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | Safari | 807 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
