1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 135 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 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Legacy |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |