1952 Allard Safari vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 219 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, 2004 Honda FR-V, 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Safari | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
