1952 Allard Safari vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Allard | Seat |
Model | Safari | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |