1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1952 Allard Safari
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 9 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, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 906 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1952 Allard Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 700 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
