1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 286 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | Safari | S60 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |