1952 Allard Safari vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 427 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Allard | Seat |
| Model | Safari | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
