1952 Allard Safari vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 59 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, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Civic |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
