1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
