1952 Allard Safari vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 102 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 Mazda 5, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 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. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
