1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 60 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 119 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 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Safari | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |
