1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 1989 Acura Integra is newer by 37 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster 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, 1989 Acura Integra, 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, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra 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 | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Allard | Acura |
| Model | Palm Beach | Integra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
