1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 61 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 304 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
