1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 61 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Impreza |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2645 mm |