1952 Allard Safari vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 94 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
