1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 60 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 14 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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Safari | Fusion |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |