1952 Allard Safari vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 131 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
