1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 444 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Allard | Tata |
| Model | Safari | Safari |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
