1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 162 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Golf |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |