1952 Allard Safari vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 58 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 74 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Safari | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2788 mm |
