1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 60 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | Safari | Sportage |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |