1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 34 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 69 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1952 Allard Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, 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 Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Citroen BX | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | BX |
Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |