1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1952 Allard Safari
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 24 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 586 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1952 Allard Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Sprint | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
