1952 Allard Safari vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 52 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Safari | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
