1952 Allard Safari vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 36 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, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 36 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
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, 1988 Citroen CX, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1988 Citroen CX | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Safari | CX |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |