1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 41 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 278 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.
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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (133 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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 | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Palm Beach | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
