1952 Allard Safari vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 46 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 144 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Safari | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
