1952 Allard Safari vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 57 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, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 283 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
