1952 Allard Safari vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 27 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 9 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.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Safari | Aspen |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |