2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1952 Allard Safari
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 53 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
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2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1952 Allard Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | GTV | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.1:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |