1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1952 Allard Safari
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 45 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 341 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1952 Allard Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 145 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
