1952 Allard Safari vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corolla |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |