1952 Allard Safari vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 49 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport 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 244 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport 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, 2001 Mazda Sport 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
