1952 Allard Safari vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 31 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, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 196 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | Safari | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
