1952 Allard Safari vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 59 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Safari | C4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
