1952 Allard Safari vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 32 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, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 696 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Allard | Peugeot |
Model | Safari | 205 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |