1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon 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 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 56 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 143 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Allard | Plymouth |
Model | Palm Beach | Neon |
Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |