1952 Allard Safari vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 426 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |