1952 Allard Safari vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 261 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Allard | Seat |
Model | Safari | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 330 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 | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1215 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 |