1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 201 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 Kia Cee'd, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | Safari | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 53 L |