1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 55 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, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 431 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 48 L |
