1952 Allard Safari vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 53 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, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
